Industry Editor; Industry Roundtables & Special Projects

Industry Editor,  (Industry Round tables & Special Projects)

Full time | ITP Media Group | United Arab Emirates

Posted On 25 Feb, 2026

Job Status In-progress

Media

Work Experience 5+ years

Media

City Dubai

State/Province Dubayy (Dubai)

337-1500

This role will spearhead a series of monthly, industry-focused roundtable designed to strengthen ’s authority across key sectors, deepen relationships with senior decision-makers, and drive integrated content and revenue opportunities.

Working closely with the Group Editor, commercial director and events team, the Editor-at-Large will identify priority industries, curate high-level guest lists, moderate discussions where appropriate, and transform event insights into agenda-setting editorial packages (including special reports, power lists and multi-platform features).

This is a strategic, relationship-led role suited to an experienced industry professional with a strong network and a clear understanding of how editorial initiatives support commercial growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and execution of monthly industry-focused roundtable aligned with ’s strategic vertical priorities.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with senior executives and decision-makers across target sectors.
• Curate and secure high-quality participants to ensure meaningful, insight-driven discussions.
• Work closely with the events team to ensure seamless execution of roundtable and associated initiatives.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to convert roundtable insights into special reports, power lists, digital features and print packages.
• Partner with the commercial team to align industry themes with revenue opportunities, ensuring strong sponsor integration without compromising editorial integrity.
• Help shape new vertical content strategies that strengthen ’s positioning within priority sectors.
• Act as an ambassador for  across the market, reinforcing its credibility and authority.
• Monitor industry trends and identify emerging sectors that present long-term growth opportunities.
• Ensure all output adheres to ITP’s editorial standards and regional regulatory guidelines.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 8–12+ years’ experience in media, publishing, events or industry-focused communications.
• Strong existing network of senior-level industry contacts across the GCC and wider region.
• Commercially aware, with experience working alongside sales teams on revenue-generating initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage strategic projects from concept through to delivery.
• Strong interviewing and moderating skills.
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple work streams simultaneously.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to spot long-term growth opportunities.